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A Pile of Leaves Becomes Soil Gold Gardeners Swear by the Mesh and Bag Trick

Autumn leaves aren’t rubbish—they can be turned into leaf mould, a superb free soil improver and mulch. With a shady spot, a simple wire-mesh bin or even sturdy bags, you can let fungi do the work and end up with a crumbly, humus-rich material for beds and borders.